Square Butte

Fort Benton Montana

Listing Type: B.L.M. Day Area
City: Fort Benton Montana
Region: Central Montana
406-538-7461
http://www.mt.blm.gov/ldo

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Square Butte has been designated an Outstanding Natural Area. The flat topped butte juts 2400 feet above the surrounding plains. With its soaring buttresses, spires, and pinnacles it is a compelling and imposing site. Scenic Square Butte has exceptional wildlife values with a herd of about 80 mountain goats that can be seen consistently on top. The butte's steep cliffs provide outstanding nesting habitat for raptors.

Directions: Take Montana Highway 80 to the town of Square Butte, then drive west on a county road for 2.5 miles, following the signs to Square Butte Natural Area. Access to the butte is through the headquarters of a private ranch. Park at the base of the butte and then hike about 1 mile to reach the top.

Square Butte
Bureau of Land Management, Lewistown, MT 59457

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